About KITP

The Kavli Institute for Theoretical Physics has been in operation since 1979, on the Santa Barbara campus of the University of California. It is funded by the National Science Foundation and the University of California. The general purpose of the Institute is to contribute to the progress of theoretical physics, especially in areas overlapping the traditional subfields, in ways which are not easily realized in existing institutions.

Its most significant characteristics are flexibility and responsiveness to perceived scientific opportunities. In line with its general purpose, the Institute provides an environment for the conduct of interactive research by both resident and visiting senior scientists, as well as younger postdoctoral members. The Institute maintains close contact with relevant experimental developments.

Research and News Highlights

  • Some nontechnical articles related to our research programs can be found here.
  • Here is an archive of newsworthy events related to people and activities at KITP.
  • Also, see KITP Newsletters

KITP Reports (Preprints)

The scientific work by KITP visitors and members is reported in these papers. 

Computing

  • Check out the laptop info page for instructions to set your laptop up for network/printing access.
  • Wireless is available in these areas of Kohn Hall 

KITP Library

The KITP maintains a small collection of essential journals and books in room 2303.

Photos

A collection of KITP Event, Faculty, Staff, Visitors and Members photos.

Kohn Hall